Tools Needed:
- Ratchet
- Breaker Bar
- 10 mm Socket
- Flat pry bar or large screwdriver
1. Loosen the crankshaft pulley bolt.
- Locate the crankshaft pulley bolt in the center of the pulley.
- Position the breaker bar on the crankshaft bolt and the socket on the end.
- Turn the breaker bar counterclockwise to loosen the bolt.
*Do not remove the bolt just yet.*
2. Pry off the pulley.
- Insert the flat pry bar or large screwdriver between the pulley and the engine block.
- Gently pry the pulley away from the engine block, rocking the pry bar back and forth until the pulley pops off.
3. Remove the crankshaft pulley bolt.
- Once the pulley is loose, completely remove the crankshaft bolt.
4. Lift off the pulley.
- Once the bolt is removed, lift the pulley off the crankshaft.
Note: If the pulley is difficult to remove, you can use a penetrating oil or spray lubricant around the bolt to help loosen it up.
Installing the New Pulley
Installing the new pulley is simply a reversal of the removal process:
1. Position the new pulley on the crankshaft.
2. Thread the crankshaft pulley bolt by hand until it is snug.
3. Use the breaker bar and socket to tighten the bolt.
4. Double check that the pulley is properly seated and the bolt is tight.
It is always a good idea to refer to the vehicle’s repair manual for specific instructions and torque specifications. However, with these methods you can remove and install a crank pulley without the need for a puller.
